Studying at Academia can be more accessible than you think. With a combination of study cost reimbursement, scholarships, subsidies and moderate student work, many students can achieve a very low – or even €0 – net cost of study.
The decision to study is one of the most important investments in the future. It is understandable that prospective students and their families ask themselves before enrolment: how much does studying actually cost and how to finance it? At Academia Institute of Technology, we want you to see this picture clearly – not just the amount of tuition fees, but also all forms of support that significantly reduce the cost.
Calculate your cost in 1 minute. Select a programme and tick what you are eligible for – the calculator shows you how many days of student work per week you actually need to cover all study costs.
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What does 'free study' mean?
In part-time short-cycle degree study, students generally pay costs according to the price list and education agreement. However, various forms of public support, scholarships and subsidies can cover these costs in full or almost in full.
Therefore, we speak of effectively free study : the student does pay the costs, but through reimbursement, scholarships and other benefits, the final net cost is reduced to a very low amount or even to €0.
1. Study Cost Reimbursement up to €2,755
If you meet the conditions, you may be eligible for study cost reimbursement of up to €2,755 through the public call 'Acquisition of Education' (Public Scholarship, Development, Disability and Maintenance Fund of the Republic of Slovenia). Since the amount also includes income tax advance payment, we consider approximately €2,500 as the indicative net effect.
2. State Scholarship
The state scholarship depends primarily on the income situation of the student or family. Since study at Academia lasts two years (around 24 months), with an average scholarship of ≈ €121 per month , this amounts to approximately €2,900 over two years – with higher income brackets significantly more.
3. Zois Scholarship
Successful and talented students can obtain a Zois scholarship (≈ €180.88 per month , which over two years amounts to around €4,340). From the academic year 2024/2025, the state and Zois scholarships can be combined (in this case, the student is not entitled to the achievement supplement with the state scholarship).
4. Corporate Scholarship
Corporate scholarships are awarded by companies that wish to support the education of future employees. They are particularly attractive for Academia students because the study is distinctly practically oriented and connected with employers. By law, they must not be lower than the state scholarship of the 4th income bracket (≈ €118 per month), but in practice they often amount to €200–400 per month. The advantage is not only financial – it often also means easier entry into work placement, a diploma thesis from a real environment and greater employability.
5. Municipal Scholarships
Some municipalities announce municipal scholarships; the amount, conditions and compatibility rules differ (e.g. City Municipality of Ljubljana ≈ €250 for students, City Municipality of Velenje ≈ €300). Important: some municipal scholarships are not compatible with others, so check the call in your municipality of permanent residence and compare what is more favourable for you.
Which scholarships can be combined?
Combination
Possible?
State + Zois scholarship
Yes
State + corporate scholarship
Yes
State + Zois + corporate
Yes, subject to contract verification
State + Zois + achievement supplement
No
Municipal + other scholarships
Depends on municipality
Calculate Your Study Cost
Select a programme and tick what you are eligible for. The calculator shows you in real time the net cost per month and how many days of student work per week you actually need.
How much does a student actually have to work?
Part of the costs can be covered by the student through student work. The currently valid minimum hourly rate is €8.98 gross (≈ €7.73 net). Without any support, you can cover most programmes with approximately one working day of student work per week. Taking into account study cost reimbursement and average state scholarship, this volume is reduced to just a few hours per week – with a more favourable combination of scholarships, even to zero.
Additional Benefits That Reduce Living Costs
These are additional benefits – they do not reduce tuition fees, but significantly relieve the student's budget. Value for 2 years of study:
- Subsidised meals: ≈ €3,737 for 2 years (€155.70 per month; meal subsidy €5.19)
- Subsidised transport: savings up to €720 for 2 years (up to €45 per month)
- Accommodation supplement: ≈ €2,481 for 2 years (€103.36 per month; with state/Zois scholarship)
- Erasmus+ exchanges: €550–674 per month of exchange (+ support for work placement and travel); at the host institution you generally do not pay additional tuition fees
Overall Effect: Study Can Be Significantly More Accessible
When we look at the whole picture, it becomes clear: the cost of study is not equal to the final net cost for the student. With a certain combination of reimbursement, state and one of the additional scholarships, and moderate student work, many can achieve a very low or even zero net cost of study.
The amounts are indicative and tied to valid calls and conditions, which may change. For an accurate, individual calculation, contact the admissions office at Academia.
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Source: Academia (20. 7. 2026). Fotografije: arhiv Academie.
This English summary was produced automatically from the Slovenian article and is pending editorial review. Slovenska različica
